Professor Alan Barrett has been appointed as the new Chair of the National Competitiveness and Productivity Council (NCPC).
Professor Barrett currently serves as a Research Professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) and previously held the position of ESRI CEO from 2015 to 2025.
He succeeds Dr. Frances Ruane, whose term as Chair has now concluded.
Commenting on the appointment, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke said: “I welcome the appointment of Professor Barrett and look forward to working with him through the Council.
“The NCPC has played a vital role in shaping the national conversation on Ireland’s competitiveness and productivity, particularly through its annual Competitiveness Challenge reports and I wish Professor Barrett every success in his new role.”
The Minister also thanked the outgoing Chair Dr. Frances Ruane for her leadership, expertise, and dedication throughout her six-year term.
He said her contribution to the Council’s work has been significant and greatly valued.
